BiologyThe Puzzle of the World’s First Epidemic is Finally solved by Ancient DNA Scientists have finally uncovered direct genetic evidence of Yersinia pestis — the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian — in a mass grave in Jerash,…
HealthExercise might Truly Slow Down the Aging process in your Body New research suggests that exercise may not just make us feel younger—it could actually slow or even reverse the body’s molecular clock. By looking at…
ChemistrySoon, Artificial Sweeteners might Taste exactly like Sugar Scientists have identified compounds that block bitter taste receptors activated by saccharin and acesulfame K. The most promising is (R)-(-)-carvone, which reduces bitterness without the…
HealthResearchers find the Pancake Trick that makes Vegan Eggs so Delicious A study finds that people are more open to plant-based eggs when they’re part of familiar foods, like pancakes, rather than served plain. While taste…
HealthAccording to Groundbreaking Research, Eating Meat may help Prevent Cancer A large study of nearly 16,000 adults found no link between eating animal protein and higher death risk. Surprisingly, higher animal protein intake was associated…
HealthIn just Two Weeks, Beet Juice helps older folks quietly lower their Blood Pressure Drinking nitrate-rich beetroot juice lowered blood pressure in older adults by reshaping their oral microbiome, according to researchers at the University of Exeter. The study…
HealthWhy Ultra-processed Diets Cause You to gain Fat even without more Calories Men eating ultra-processed foods gained more fat than those eating unprocessed meals, even with equal calories. Their hormone levels shifted in worrying ways, with testosterone…
NeuroscienceA Novel Chronic Pain Treatment retrains the Brain to process Emotions A new study led by UNSW Sydney and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) shows that targeting emotional processing is key to treating and managing chronic pain.…
PsychologyCauses of Despair and Anxiety that lead to a Lack of Confidence Researchers at UCL have uncovered why individuals who experience anxiety and depression often struggle with persistent low self-belief in their abilities. A new study, published…
PsychologyChronic Disease Combinations may Double the Chance of Depression People with multiple long-term physical health conditions are at a significantly greater risk of developing depression, a study shows. Researchers found that some combinations of…
NeuroscienceWhat Takes Place in the Brain when you Lose Focus Mind blanking is a common experience with a wide variety of definitions ranging from feeling “drowsy” to “a complete absence of conscious awareness.” In an…
PsychologyPeople with difficult-to-treat Depression benefit from Mindfulness Training Mindfulness-based therapy can offer significant relief for individuals who are still depressed after receiving treatment, according to a new clinical trial. Researchers hope their findings,…